Theo Lawson writes: "When the year started, this projected as an intriguing North vs. South duel featuring two of the Pac-12’s Heisman hopefuls. Neither Justin Herbert or Khalil Tate is in the picture at this point. To decrease the allure of the game in Tucson, there’s a chance only one of the quarterbacks will be playing."

Jon Wilner writes: "We’re not sure about Khalil Tate’s status, but we’re not sure it matters, either: Oregon’s offensive line will control the line of scrimmage and give Justin Herbert all the time he needs. But the number feels vulnerable to a backdoor cover."

It writes: "Oregon won this matchup last season 48-28, but that was a 35-28 game into the fourth quarter. Also, the extra week of practice should help Arizona's backup quarterback. The Ducks may still win this one outright, but the smart money takes the Homecoming dog."

Pete Fiutak writes: "Arizona should be pluckier than you might think. There might be a whole host of problems, and the team hasn’t come up with the same performance twice in a row, but this is Oregon’s third road game in four dates, and it’s coming off of tough, emotional battles with Washington and Washington State. There’s a good chance this Duck team plays a little fried. Even so, Herbert will be too good, the Oregon lines will control the game, and it’ll be a workmanlike win – even if the two teams put up big yards. It’ll take a late score to finally put this out of reach."

Brett Nault writes: "Oregon has to be disappointed with their performance against Washington State however, this is still a very talented football team with one of the best QB’s in the country in Justin Herbert. Arizona has had a disappointing first season under Kevin Sumlin and have really struggled on the defensive end as they rank just 105th in total defense. Arizona needs to have success in their running game to stand a chance, however, it might be hard for the Wildcats to find success against the Ducks who rank 23rd in rush defense and as I don’t really think it matters who Arizona has behind center, I think Oregon won’t have a hard time getting a victory in this one as they should be able to put up plenty of points against the Wildcats defense."

North Carolina State Wolfpack running back Ricky Person Jr. (20) is brought down by Clemson Tigers defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (90) and defensive end Clelin Ferrell (99) during the second quarter of the game at Clemson Memorial Stadium. Joshua S. Kelly, USA TODAY Sports